Italian archaeologists unearthed an ancient tomb in central Italy.
The burial place was once a thriving Etruscan city, which started as early as 900 B.C.
Archaeologists also discovered well-preserved utensils, cups, iron items, ceramics, and decorative pieces, the municipality said.
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2,600 Years Old Tomb
Community leaders and archaeologists recently met in the municipality of Montalto di Castro to unearth a tomb dating back over 2,500 years.
Vulci, known for its Etruscan heritage, is a popular tourist destination and a hub for archaeological explorations.
The tomb has remained astonishingly intact after two and a half millennia.
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Day of Culture
The opening of this long-forgotten tomb was declared “a day of culture and history” by the municipality in a statement.
“A day of culture and history that the assessor commented with enthusiasm,” the statement said on the municipality Facebook page.